ITV has confirmed the first two characters for its upcoming soaps crossover episode, with Lisa Swain (Vicky Myers) and Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller) meeting for the first time in 'Corriedale'. The special episode is set to air in the New Year ahead of a new nightly 'power hour' schedule change.
Both shows have been teasing the crossover, with a wanted poster for John Sugden (Oliver Farnworth) recently spotted in the background of a Weatherfield Police Station scene. Now, much-loved residents Lisa and Aaron have been announced as part of the line-up, alongside behind-the-scenes snaps.
Aaron has been unaware of his husband John's killer actions, and his life took a turn when ex-husband Robert Sugden (Ryan Hawley) arrived in the village, only for Aaron to realise Robert had moved on with prison pal Kev Townsend (Chris Coghill). Meanwhile, Lisa's life has been complicated by the return of her presumed dead wife Becky (Amy Cudden), who has been in witness protection in Spain for four years. Determined to focus on work, Lisa may take on the case of missing John Sugden.
Speaking of her excitement, Myers said: 'To be involved in this unique, bold, innovative, not to mention history-making episode in Coronation Street’s 65th year is fantastic. When I read the script and found out how two worlds collide... it’s going to be unmissable.' Miller added: 'I am made up that Aaron is in the Corriedale episode. It’s going to be epic and every soap fan’s dream.'
The crossover promises to be a landmark event for both soaps, with more details expected to be revealed in the coming weeks.
